Stats

Gouache on illustration board.Reference used was a photo by Darren Heath [link] and was taken during his only pit stop during the race. copyright Darren HeathDamon Hill, Hungary 1997 ... so close. He became world champion in 96 and went to a new smaller team in 97. Nobody gave him a chance but he had Bridgstone tyres which out performed everyone else. He came in second to Jacque Villeneuve who went on to win the championship.Download to see details

I was there - the only F-1 race I attended in person. And Hill making a miracle and almost winning that race was the best present I could get. I should dedicate a painting to this wonderful day too. Thanks for reminding!

Ok, I've read some of the comment and know now that these are older drawings, so forget my question. Still, this is splendid!!The writing on it is great! It's not easy to draw/paint letters and make them look as if they were printed but you made it look amazing.

Poor old Damon. I remember watching that race on TV, and you could tell Murray Walker was very sad that the Arrows didn't quite hold out. It would have been an amazing win, more so than his Jordan one.